Compare performance (340 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 65,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or Audi Q8 e-tron?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
VW ID.4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,485 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.4 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 26 km more than the VW ID.4.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers markedly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers clearly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 294 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, VW ID.4 is visibly lighter – 1,975 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers barely more boot space – 569 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 62 L more than the VW ID.4.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries barely more – 595 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.
The Audi Q8 e-tron holds a narrow overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.
detailsThe Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.
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Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
356 - 569 km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
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Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Trunk capacity
543 L
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
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Length
4,915 mm
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Width
1,852 mm
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Payload
515 - 551 kg
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
VW
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Brand
Audi
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